I go with ockham. Although not an artist, I'm a computer programmer (so an artisan, if you like - there's a subtle difference). I love programming. I always have, ever since I found out about it, which was too many years ago now. I program for myself, make little things which amuse me and keeps them. I get a lot of enjoyment from that, plus I still keep learning. Then there's my job. There I program. I make things for others and they use them. There I get the lot: money, satisfaction and pleasure. And sometimes, just 'cos I can I might do a tool that'll help them in my spare time (the equivalent of a "freebie"). I like doing it. Hmm. Not much question-answering there, - but that last little sentence....I suppose it applies to almost any creative job:-)) Cheers, Diolma